If you’re struggling with worn, damaged, or missing teeth, full mouth reconstruction at Hays Dentistry can restore both function and aesthetics. Dr. William Hays takes a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to address complex dental concerns like bite issues, decay, or gum disease. Your smile transformation begins with a conversation: no pressure, just honest guidance.
Transform Your Bite and Overall
Oral Wellness
Full mouth reconstruction is a comprehensive dental treatment that rebuilds and restores the health, function, and appearance of your entire mouth. It combines restorative and cosmetic procedures, such as crowns, bridges, veneers, implants, and gum therapy, to address issues like severe decay, worn teeth, missing teeth, bite misalignment, and gum disease. Dr. Hays customizes each treatment plan based on your unique needs to ensure your results are functional, long-lasting, and naturally beautiful from every angle.
Why You Might Need Full Mouth Reconstruction:
- To replace multiple missing teeth
- To repair teeth damaged by decay or trauma
- To restore worn teeth caused by grinding or erosion
- To correct bite problems and jaw misalignment
- To treat advanced periodontal (gum) disease
- To alleviate chronic jaw pain or TMJ symptoms
- To improve chewing function and overall comfort
- To enhance the aesthetics of your entire smile
Common Procedures Included in a Full
Mouth Reconstruction
At Hays Dentistry, your full mouth reconstruction begins with a detailed consultation with Dr. Hays. During this visit, we take time to understand your concerns, evaluate your oral health, and perform a comprehensive exam, often including digital imaging, bite analysis, and periodontal assessment. From there, Dr. Hays creates a custom treatment plan tailored to your goals. Below are some of the most common procedures involved in a full mouth reconstruction:
Dental Crowns
Crowns are used to strengthen and restore teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, or worn and protect vulnerable teeth from further damage. They cover the visible portion of the tooth and are custom-designed to match your natural enamel in color, shape, and function.
Dental Implants
Implants are a permanent solution for replacing missing teeth. It is placed into the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root. Once healed, a crown, bridge, or denture is attached to the implant, creating a stable and lifelike restoration that looks and feels like a natural tooth.
Veneers
Veneers are thin shells of porcelain or ceramic bonded to the front surfaces of teeth to improve the appearance of teeth with discoloration, chips, minor misalignment, or irregular shapes. Veneers provide an immediate and dramatic transformation of your smile.
Bridges
Bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. They consist of artificial teeth anchored by crowns on the adjacent natural teeth or implants. Bridges restore both appearance and chewing function, and they help prevent neighboring teeth from shifting out of position.
Advantages of Full Mouth Reconstruction:
- Restores chewing function and improves digestion
- Replaces missing teeth for a complete, stable smile
- Corrects bite alignment to reduce jaw pain and wear
- Enhances the appearance of teeth and facial symmetry
- Treats gum disease and promotes healthier oral tissues
- Prevents further tooth loss and bone deterioration
- Provides long-lasting results with modern materials
- Personalized, comprehensive solution to complex dental issues
Inlays and Onlays
These custom restorations are used when a tooth is too damaged for a filling but doesn’t require a full crown. Inlays fit within the grooves of the tooth, while onlays extend over one or more cusps. They are fabricated from durable materials and bonded to the tooth for support.
Orthodontic Treatment
If your bite is misaligned, orthodontic treatments like Invisalign or braces may be included in your plan. These treatments gradually move your teeth into their ideal position, improving function, comfort, and the final aesthetic outcome of your reconstruction.
Root Canal Therapy
When tooth decay or trauma affects the inner pulp of a tooth, root canal therapy is necessary to remove the infected tissue. The inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed, then typically restored with a crown. This procedure saves natural teeth and prevents further infection.
Gum Disease Treatment
Healthy gums are essential for long-lasting restorations. Treatments such as scaling and root planing or periodontal surgery remove bacteria and infected tissue, reduce pocket depth, and create a healthy foundation for crowns, bridges, or implants.
Tooth Extractions
Severely decayed, infected, or non-restorable teeth may need to be removed as part of your full mouth reconstruction plan. Extractions create space for future restorations, such as dental implants or dentures, and eliminate sources of pain and infection.
Bone Grafting
If you’ve experienced bone loss due to missing teeth or periodontal disease, bone grafting may be necessary before implants can be placed. This procedure rebuilds bone volume and density, ensuring your jaw can securely support an implant restoration.
Schedule Your Consultation With Dr. Hays
Dr. William Hays is committed to delivering a more thoughtful, personal approach to dentistry that prioritizes your comfort, goals, and long-term oral health over all else. At Hays Dentistry in Waxhaw, NC, we don’t believe in taking shortcuts. If you’re facing complex dental issues, full mouth reconstruction may be the path forward. Dr. Hays will take the time to understand your needs and design a plan that truly works for you. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward restoring your smile.
